Not all research articles correctly identify the type of study (e.g., cross sectional, RCT) the researchers used. Basic Statistics for Research Appraisal will enable you to correctly name study types, assess the quality and value of research, locate specific methodological papers, and communicate research conclusions to users.

If you were disappointed by statistics classes that gave you the math but didn’t tell you how to use statistics to answer a question, this course is for you! You will gain an understanding of key basics and practical guidance on choosing the best analysis for your question and data.